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Black Bean Mushroom Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

This was delicious!!! from vegan with a vengeance. Maple syrup adds the perfect touch

Steps

In a saucepan over medium heat , saut the onions in olive oil for 3 to 5 minutes , until onions are translucent.
Add garlic and mushrooms.
Saut about 5 minutes , until the mushrooms have released their moisture.
Stir in the chili powder and salt.
Add the quinoa and 1 cup of the tomato sauce and the water.
Lower the heat and cover , and simmer for about 20 minutes , stirring once.
Meanwhile , preheat the oven to 350 f.
To prepare the peppers , boil a pot of water.
Cut the tops off the pepper and remove the seeds and ribs.
Boil the peppers for 5 minutes , and then drain them.
When quinoa is finished simmering , combine the beans and maple syrup with the cooked quinoa mixture.
Stuff each pepper with the filling , and stand them upright in a baking dish.
Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the peppers , and bake for 15 minutes.
Remove from oven.
Garnish with cilantro , and serve.

Ingredients

olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, mushrooms, chili powder, salt, tomato sauce, water, quinoa, red bell peppers, black beans, pure maple syrup, cilantro